Cendre & Hazel

In the pages of the French publisher Bayard Presse, Cendre & Hazel (2021–present) follows two very different young women—one a dreamer, the other more pragmatic—as they navigate the strange and often magical happenings in their small town. The series, built around a gentle, whimsical tone, has been defined by its creator's delicate, expressive art and a focus on friendship and quiet discovery. Across its six issues to date, it offers a charming, slice-of-life fantasy that feels intimate and refreshingly original.